Ghana

Ghana country code: +233

To call Ghana from abroad, dial +233 and then the local number. If the local number starts with 0, drop that 0.

How to dial Ghana

  1. 1. Start with +233. On a mobile, hold 0 for +. On a landline, dial your exit code first (00 in most countries, 011 from the US and Canada).
  2. 2. Adjust the local number. If the local number starts with 0, drop that 0.
  3. 3. Dial the rest. Or skip the formatting: pick Ghanain Kitaphone's dialer and it adds +233 for you.

Dialing examples

Mobile
023 123 4567 โ†’ +233 23 123 4567
Landline
Dial the area code without its leading 0, then the number.

Ghana at a glance

Country code
+233
Main language
Akan
Time zone
UTC+0 all year
Kitaphone rate
$0.67/min landline ยท $0.73/min mobile
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Questions about calling Ghana

What is the country code for Ghana?
+233. From outside Ghana, dial +233 and then the local number. If the local number starts with 0, drop that 0.
How do I dial a mobile number in Ghana from abroad?
Write it in international form: 023 123 4567 becomes +233 23 123 4567.
Do I drop the leading 0 when calling Ghana?
Yes. Numbers in Ghana are written locally with a leading 0, which you leave out after +233.
What time zone is Ghana in?
UTC+0 all year. Check the local time before you call.
What language is spoken in Ghana?
The main language is Akan.
How much does it cost to call Ghana?
$0.67 per minute to landlines and $0.73 per minute to mobiles, billed in whole minutes from prepaid credit. No subscription and no connection fee.
Does the person in Ghana need an app?
No. Kitaphone calls the ordinary phone network, so the call arrives on their normal mobile or landline. They need no app, no account and no internet connection.

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